2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 2003 Honda Insight
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 595 kg more than 2003 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Bravo | 2003 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Bravo | Insight |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1956 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |